DDR Architecture Director

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

As the CMBU Architecture Director for DDR Memory at Micron Technology, you will have the opportunity to establish a deep understanding of Micron’s technologies and capabilities, as well as key market trends and competitive landscapes. Together with a team of architects you will be responsible for using that knowledge to define optimized DDR solutions that are focused on next generation datacenter systems.

You will be responsible for building strong technical relationships with system architects and key technologists across the industry and will have the opportunity to represent Micron at technical conferences and consortia. Your role in those industry engagements will be to drive pathfinding discussions, influence design‑in decisions and negotiate product requirements with our ecosystem partners and customers. Internally, you will partner with Micron’s top R&D, design, test, and product engineers to ensure successful implementation of new product concepts.

Working closely with Product and Business Development Managers you will ensure that each technical decision is aligned with our business strategy and ultimately help bring these outstanding new products to our customers!

• Lead a high‑performing team of architect engineers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Recruit, retain, and mentor top technical talent to build organizational capability.
• Align team objectives with overall business strategy and ensure measurable outcomes.
• Drive cross‑disciplinary understanding of fabrication processes, memory technologies, and system‑level interactions.
• Engage with customers and industry partners to define requirements, deliver solutions, and represent the company as a technical authority.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor design, system architecture, or related technical leadership roles.
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering complex projects.
• Strong understanding of DRAM, emerging memory technologies, and system‑level integration.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross‑functional and customer engagement.

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with CMOS fabrication processes, interconnect technologies, and SI/PI analysis.
• Familiarity with system topologies, protocols, PHY design, and power/timing optimization.
• Active participation in industry standards organizations and technical conferences.
• Demonstrated ability to create product specifications, intellectual property, and technical collateral.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is:

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Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.

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